Example Sentences

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"I fear German power less than I am beginning to fear German inactivity," he said, describing Germany as Europe's "indispensable nation".

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

But, with all the visibility she earns, I am beginning to feel like the work of my actual job isn’t what matters.

From New York Times • May 11, 2024

But I am beginning to have my doubts.

From Slate • Sep. 27, 2023

"I really am beginning to feel like we're turning the corner here on this fire," West Kelowna fire chief Jason Brolund told a news conference.

From Reuters • Aug. 23, 2023

“My digestion has been destroyed. I think that I am beginning to bloat!”

From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole